Chargers know they have to bring Tom Brady down, and how much of a challenge that is

The Patriots are successful for a reason. They keep quarterback Tom Brady upright. From sacks to pressures, New England is one of the best in the league. You can credit the offensive line. Brady should get a ton of credit, too. His ability to maneuver around the pocket and keep his eyes down the field are Hall of Fame worthy. Gus Bradley and the Chargers defense are well aware of the problems Brady presents:

“I think every week that’s the job — to try to affect the quarterback somehow,” Defensive Coordinator Gus Bradley explained. “(Brady’s) so good at reading coverages (and) extending plays in his own way. The way he handles the offense, he’s been in that style of offense for many years, so they’re on the same page. I think when you look at it, I mentioned this before as a defense, what we strive to be is a precision (defense). Well, their offense operates with precision, and they’re all on the same page. As you watch it, you can see it all come together for them.”

Bradley has options here. It’s going to be a give or take, though. Do you blitz and use your speed to get after Brady, or do you play coverage and take receivers away? We could see a little bit of both.

Anthony Lynn acknowledged that Brady has seen it all:

“He knows what he’s looking at,” said Head Coach Anthony Lynn. “He can make changes at the line of scrimmage and he can get that offense in the right plays so they’re not fighting uphill all day. He gets rid of the ball quicker than any quarterback in the league. So, in fact, that can negate a pass rush right there.”

At this point, you’re not going to confuse Brady. You just have to be able to get after him. The Chargers stars will need to rise to the occasion.

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